The number of blackouts in Brazil has shown consistent growth in the last year. Data from the MME (Ministry of Mines and Energy) shows that 22 occurrences were recorded in the first half of 2025, almost double the 13 registered in the same period of 2024.
In addition to the increase in occurrences, the public perceives that the problem will intensify in the coming years. According to a survey by the company Descarbonize Soluções, approximately 41,6% of Brazilians believe that the frequency of blackouts will increase in the country in the coming years.
According to 30,2% of respondents, the situation should remain stable in the coming years, while 18,2% believe that disruptions may decrease. Another 10% said they did not know or preferred not to answer.
The survey, conducted in recent weeks with respondents from all regions of the country, also indicates that 95% of the population experienced at least one power outage in the last year.
Among those interviewed, approximately 38% reported experiencing between three and five power outages, while 13% said they had experienced more than ten blackouts during the same period.
Impacts on everyday life
Power outages directly affect people's daily lives. According to... lifting68% of respondents cited work disruption as one of the main impacts.
Other effects cited were the suspension of leisure or entertainment activities (58%) and difficulty performing household chores (56%). Faced with supply failures, many Brazilians resort to improvised solutions.
The study indicates that 81% of people use alternative lighting sources, such as candles and flashlights, during blackouts. “Power outages are not just an inconvenience for the population; they can cause considerable losses for families and businesses. Work stoppages, as well as the loss of food and electronic devices, are just some of the losses,” said Patrick von Schaaffhausen, CEO of Descarbonize Soluções.
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